Dr. Ronald Meisel, D.O.
Dr. Ronald Meisel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clinton Township, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Meisel has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#102 in Michigan) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Meisel performs near average in knee (27 vs 33 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Meisel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (27 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Clinton Township is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Clinton Township area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Meisel extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 34 to 42 in the most recent data, a 24% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Meisel's 27 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Meisel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Clinton Township, MI 48038
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Meisel's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 24% from 34 procedures in 2013 to 42 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Meisel
How does Dr. Meisel's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Meisel has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Meisel ranks #119 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Meisel perform?
Dr. Meisel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Meisel in Clinton Township?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Clinton Township in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Michigan surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Meisel represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Meisel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Meisel's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Meisel's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 34 procedures in 2013 to 42 in the most recent data, a 24% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 47 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Meisel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Meisel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Meisel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Meisel is affiliated with Mclaren Macomb.
How does Dr. Meisel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Clinton Township?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Clinton Township, Dr. Meisel ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Meisel has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Meisel practices?
Mclaren Macomb (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Clinton Township, Michigan
Dr. Meisel's 42 Medicare procedures are above the Clinton Township average of 28. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clinton Township.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eddie El-Yussif | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Wind | 17 | Knee |
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